Tuesday, May 22, 2012

20x24

Violin Melody

Oil

Just listed and just dry. One of my favorites because of the story is tells.

I love our beautiful daughters! They are the light of my life. Our youngest just turned 17 and this will probably be her last year in the orchestra! She'll be a senior in her third high school in four years, as we are moving again this summer. We are all looking forward to it though, and are very excited about our move to Southern California! Yay! One more year of watching her play....she's a wonderful muse for me. :)

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Proud, Poised Peacock

12x24

Oil

SOLD

I painted a few of these for collectors for Mother's Day and thank you all so much for the wonderful feedback!

I'm getting ready for a big move this summer and after 23 years of moving around the country every few years, I'm hoping this is it, and we can finally settle down. I'll be so happy to set up a studio for the last time yay!

Friday, May 18, 2012

Just listed this pretty and fresh new Garden inspired painting. I love this time of year and so do all the animals. Just saw a little rabbit hopping around this morning and all the birds are singing loudly!

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

12x16

Joy of Sunflowers

Oil

One of my favorite summer flowers to paint. The bright, cheerful colors always perk up a room when the flowers are fresh. I'm always getting new ones to look at while I paint but the flowers on canvas last forever!

"That which we elect to surround ourselves with becomes the mirror of
our souls and the archive of our experiences"

Monday, May 14, 2012

Two Brand new Barnyard Birds in thick layers of all my favorite colors. I love to add pops of teal, bright reds, oranges and rose to these colorful characters. Sculpting the rich oil in swirls and drags brings these birds to life!

Friday, May 11, 2012

20x24

Colorful Abstract Cow

Oil

It's all about the eyes with these peaceful creatures. I love to paint them in soulful color and rich texture so the animal comes to life and is not just a painting of a cow, but a painting that will make you smile every time you look at it. Hope it brings one your way today!

Thursday, May 10, 2012

20x24

Fall Fly Fishing

Oil

Brilliant color all over the canvas in broad sweeps, pulls and drags of my knife! When the sun is intensive and so brightly reflecting off the rushing water, the landscape itself almost looks like an impressionistic painting and this is how I see it!

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Beautiful Wedding flowers! A brand new large commission just finished for a new collector!

Angel of Light and Promise

10x20

Oil

I paint these inspirational, symbolic paintings when I'm feeling anxious, when I'm feeling stressed, and they always make me feel wonderful. I also paint them when I am feeling blessed and fortunate and to remind me to have faith in my loved ones, and strength in the knowledge that if you make the right choices, your path with lead in a positive direction. I've always believed in the power of positive thinking. Surrounding yourself in beautiful, positive energy lights the way! I hope she brightens your day too!

Monday, May 7, 2012

Last month I was honored to be selected for inclusion in the Festival Walk show in Hong Kong.

The event was very successful and I am so happy my work was a part of this beautiful show!

So impressive how the eventists made these floating water displays!

I hope to be a part of this again next year.

Monet's Garden

16x20

Oil

Always such an inspiration, escpecially this time of year. Monet's garden was and still is one of the most beautiful in the world. You can see why he was so inspired to paint it over and over. Here's my own modern mpressionistic twist on the lovely spot.

Thursday, May 3, 2012

12x16

Spring Romance

Oil

Recently finished Wedding commission

Romance is just in the air this time of year! The sun is out but it's not too hot and everything is blooming! I'm getting quite a few special requests for artsy wedding paintings and I particularly like how this one turned out. What a pretty place to be married and how nice to have an original piece of artwork to commemorate such a spectacular day.

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

I am mentally getting ready for a big move this summer....hopefully my last for awhile.

After 23 years in the Air Force my husband is retiring from the military and starting a new

career. Very exciting but yes also stressful. So I continue to do my stress relieving work of painting soothing landscapes and serene calming images, so cathartic....isn't this a peaceful scene. Makes me want to sail away! (and my husbands runs.) Wouldn't it be nice to run along this beach? Maybe it's in my future!

Karen Tarlton

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Hi! I am Karen Tarlton and I love to paint! I have been painting a new painting everyday since 2008 and I post many of them here! My work is for sale in many galleries and online sites and sells quickly (many while still wet) so please inquire if there is one you are interested in!

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About Me

I am a native of California but have traveled extensively. My interest in art dates back to my childhood. I was self-taught until college, graduated from The University of California at Davis, and also studied at the Corcoran School of Fine Art in Virginia.
I have been married to a military officer for 23 years and I continue my studies today through workshops and seminars as we move across the country. I recently traveled to Europe and many of my current works reflect time spent painting there. I have been a full time professional artist for over ten years.
My works are purchased by select clients for private collections across the United States. In addition, I am a member of the Arlington Artists Alliance and The Montgomery Art Guild.
My works are highly collectible and hang in galleries and homes throughout the U.S. and Europe. A listed artist in the World Artist Directory, my work is currently on display at Masterpiece Framing & Gallery in New York, SACs Gallery in Montgomery Alabama, Galerie Severn in New Orleans, and Arlington Art Gallery in Virginia. My works were recently featured in the magazine Art Galleries and Artists of the South.